October weather forecast
Highlands, NJ

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Highlands, New Jersey, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C). Highlands's temperature lowers to a mean of 54.1°F (12.3°C) during the nights in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Highlands is 76%.

Rainfall

In Highlands, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.1 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October and December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Highlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Highlands, in October, the average water temperature is 64°F (17.8°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 64°F (17.8°C) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Highlands, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Highlands in October?

In October, in Highlands, the average high-temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Highlands?

The average relative humidity in October in Highlands is 76%.

How much does it rain in Highlands in October?

In Highlands, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Highlands?

October is the first month it typically snows in Highlands, New Jersey. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in October in Highlands?

In Highlands, New Jersey, the average seawater temperature in October is 64°F (17.8°C). For most, swimming in 64°F (17.8°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Highlands have in October?

In Highlands, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Highlands?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highlands, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Highlands?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Highlands is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Highlands?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Highlands, New Jersey, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Highlands, NJ

Average temperature in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Highlands, NJ

Average pressure in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Highlands, NJ

Average wind speed in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Highlands, NJ

Average humidity in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Highlands, NJ

Average rainfall days in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Highlands, NJ

Average snowfall days in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Highlands, NJ

Average sea temperature in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in October: 64.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.1°F).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Highlands, NJ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Highlands, NJ

Average sunshine days in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Highlands, NJ

Average UV index in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Highlands, NJ

Average cloud cover in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Highlands, NJ

Average visibility in October - Highlands, NJ
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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